About Course
Embark on a fast-paced, hands-on journey through design innovation with The AI Innovation Express, where cutting-edge AI integration meets human-centered creativity.
This immersive one-day programme equips learners with the tools and techniques to tackle real-world challenges by combining design thinking principles, AI-driven insights, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Designed for innovators, professionals, and changemakers, this programme delivers a high-energy sprint where learners learn to navigate complexity, embrace collaboration, and adapt AI-driven approaches to systems thinking and design applications. Whether seeking to advance your career, build better products, or reimagine experiences, this programme offers the tools, mindset, and inspiration to accelerate your innovation journey.
Using a streamlined approach to the 4D framework - Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver, the programme emphasises "learning by doing." Learners will apply AI-enhanced tools to ideate, prototype, and refine solutions in emerging fields such as the Digital Economy, Green Economy, and Industry 4.0. Along the way, they will develop actionable strategies and low-fidelity prototypes, showcasing their ability to integrate AI technologies into sustainable, user-focused solutions.
Skills you’ll gain
AI and Machine Learning
Design Innovation
Business Management
Who Should Attend
Design and Creative Professionals
- UX/UI designers, Product designers, Graphic designers, Design managers, Innovation consultants
Business and Strategy Leaders
- Business analysts, Strategy managers, Innovation executives, Change management specialists, Business development professionals
Technology and Data Professionals
- Data analysts, AI/ML specialists, Systems engineers, Software developers, Technology strategists
Education and Training Professionals
- Instructional designers, Educators and academic leaders, Curriculum developers, Learning and Development (L&D) managers
Sustainability and Systems Professionals
- Sustainability officers, Systems thinking experts, Environmental engineers, Circular economy consultants
Marketing and Communication Specialists
- Digital marketing professionals, Brand managers, Content strategists, Advertising executives
Start-up and Entrepreneurship Roles
- Entrepreneurs, Founders and co-founders, Venture development professionals, Startup advisors
Public Sector and Non-Profit Leaders
- Policy makers, Urban planners, NGO managers, Community development officers
Prerequisites
- A minimum of a diploma or A-Levels is required, with an undergraduate degree from an IHL being preferred.
Learning Outcomes
- Leverage design thinking principles and AI-driven tools to identify and solve real-world challenges, focusing on fields like interaction design, UX/UI design, and product development
- Create low-fidelity prototypes and actionable strategies using the 4D framework (Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver), showcasing their ability to integrate innovation and technology into problem-solving
- Explore and apply AI-driven insights and data analytics to systems thinking applications, addressing complex problems with sustainable and user-centric approaches
- Enhance their teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills by engaging in collaborative sprints, refining ideas through iterative feedback, and presenting innovative solutions
- Gain foundational expertise in user experience design, interface design, and sustainability-driven innovation, empowering them to drive impactful change in their industries and careers
Teaching Team
Kristin L. Wood
Professor, College of Engineering, Design, & Computing, Univ. of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus
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Lim Xin Yan
Senior Innovation Executive, Peithos
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Adya Sadanand
Senior Innovation Lead, Peithos
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Course Details
Schedule
| Course Run | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 27 May 2025 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course
- Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Assessment Plan
Assessment Type: Project, Demonstration and Oral Questioning
Weightage: 100%
Learners will work in teams to tackle a real-world problem using the 4D framework (Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver). The project concludes with a prototype, presentation, and final report. They will pitch their solutions to assessors, showcasing their prototypes and decision-making process. Facilitators and assessors will engage in a Q&A to evaluate understanding, rationale, and application of workshop concepts.
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$1,308.00.
| Funding Category | Eligible Funding | Course Fees Payable After Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$392.40 |
| Singapore Citizen (Above 40) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$152.40 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$392.40 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$1,308.00 |
Note:
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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